Singer Pink is facing criticism after sharing a call urging Ed Sheeran fans to seek refunds over Macklemore's opening performance at Sheeran's concerts at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on September 4 and 5. During the shows, Macklemore wore a keffiyeh, voiced support for Palestinians, and performed his protest song Hind's Hall, with pro-Palestinian imagery also displayed. Pink's reaction to the politically charged set sparked controversy online, drawing backlash from social media users.

A video from Davido's Afro Plus Festival has circulated online showing nightlife promoter Cubana Chiefpriest being stopped from entering the backstage area while Davido's wife Chioma was allowed through. The moment, captured at the concert, has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with users debating the incident. Neither Cubana Chiefpriest nor Davido has publicly addressed the footage, according to Legit.ng.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has responded strongly to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's call for a boycott of musicians who visited him in Karen. Kindiki rejected the boycott and announced plans to invite "five hundred more" artists, expressing his determination during an economic empowerment program for small-scale traders.

Singer Kvan has disclosed in a TV interview that her former friend Recho Rey betrayed her by taking control of a significant music project they had planned together and releasing it without her knowledge. Kvan expressed that this incident contributed to her loss of trust in fellow musicians, highlighting the impact of their broken friendship.

Kenyan music duo Vijana Barubaru have announced they are taking a break to pursue solo music careers, according to KBC. The pair, known for songs such as “Sasa Hivi” and “Nakupenda”, shared the announcement publicly, describing the move as “a new season.” The announcement marks a pause in their work together as a duo while each member focuses on individual projects. No further details about timelines or future reunions were included in the report.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West made a rare joint appearance in Chicago to support their daughter North West at her debut concert, where she performed tracks from her EP, N0rth4evr. According to Legit.ng, the former couple kept their distance from each other throughout the event, and video footage of the reunion drew reactions online, with some viewers commenting that the pair 'can't stand each other.' The former couple divorced in 2022 and share four children.